Model year guide

2009 Mercury Mountaineer

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2009 Mercury Mountaineer is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 2 on record.

2009 Mercury Mountaineer — representative photo
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2009 Mercury Mountaineer at a glance

Owner complaints6
Combined15–17 mpg

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2009 Mercury Mountaineer common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 6 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Steering
Steering should be tight and centered — no play, clunks or wandering. Test at low and highway speed; listen for power-steering whine.
Seats
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
Service Brakes
Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.
Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
Vehicle Speed Control
Test cruise control and throttle response, and watch for any hesitation or unintended acceleration.

2009 Mercury Mountaineer MPG & running costs

Combined15–17 mpg
City14 mpg
Highway20 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$4,200
EPA size classSport Utility Vehicle - 2WD
TransmissionAutomatic 5-spd or Automatic 6-spd
5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$9,000 more

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. The EPA lists 4 versions of this model year; combined is shown as a range and the other figures are averages.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2009 Mercury Mountaineer costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$21,000
Fuel only$21,000
Per mile$0.28

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2009 Mercury Mountaineer trims & engines on record

Trims
Premier
Engines
4.0L 6-cyl 210 hp

2009 Mercury Mountaineer vehicles on record

2009 Mercury Mountaineer 2009 Mercury Mountaineer Premier4M2EU48E29UJ01834 2009 Mercury Mountaineer Premier4M2EU38E29UJ02315

Other Mercury Mountaineer model years

2010 2008 2007 2006 2005 2004 2003 2002 2001 2000 1999 1998 1997

2009 Mercury Mountaineer — frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2009 Mercury Mountaineer?

Across all 6 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are steering, seats, service brakes.

What gas mileage does the 2009 Mercury Mountaineer get?

The 2009 Mercury Mountaineer has U.S. EPA estimates of 15–17 mpg combined, depending on engine and trim (4 versions).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.